British Grand Prix 1959 - Race Schedule and Countdown

Jack Brabham claimed victory at the British Grand Prix at Aintree, extending his championship lead with a dominant performance. Stirling Moss finished second after sharing a BRM with teammate Ron Flockhart, while young Bruce McLaren took third place for Cooper. The result demonstrated Cooper's overwhelming superiority as they swept the podium's first and third positions.

Aintree's circuit, laid out within the famous horse racing track, provided a varied challenge that suited the Cooper's balanced handling. Brabham's controlled drive showcased his tactical maturity, as he managed the race pace while preserving his car's mechanical components. McLaren's podium finish at just 22 years old highlighted Cooper's strength in depth, with the New Zealander emerging as a future champion.

Moss' second place demonstrated BRM's continued progress, though the shared drive with Flockhart complicated assessment of individual performance. For Brabham and Cooper, the British Grand Prix victory moved them closer to both drivers' and constructors' championships. The rear-engine revolution had reached the point where front-engine cars could no longer compete consistently, forcing even Ferrari to begin developing rear-engine designs.